Andradite Garnet and Bowenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
2.58-2.80
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012)
  
Cleavage
None
  
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
5.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
Andradite Garnet and Bowenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Bowenite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Andradite Garnet and Bowenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Andradite Garnet and Bowenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.